Ricoh WG-6 and G900SE firmware and software updates released
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Megadap MTZ11 adapter now in stock: you can autofocus Leica M-mount lenses on Nikon Z cameras
As previously reported, the Zeiss ZX1 camera was finally officially released today and it is now in stock at Adorama and B&H Photo. The price is still $6,000 (I was secretly hoping that Zeiss will make a last moment reduction). Sample photos can be found here.
Here is the first leaked picture of the upcoming Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM lens that will be announced together with the Canon RF 70-200mm f/4 L IS USM. There will also be two new lens hoods: ET-83G (WIII) and Lens Hood ES-65B (via Nokishita). The official announcement should be coming in the next 1-2 weeks.
Update – here is the lens design diagram:
7Artisans will soon announce a new 50mm f/1.05 full-frame mirrorless manual focus lens for Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon R, and Leica L mounts. Pre-orders are now open at the PhotoRumors Online Store (please select the desired lens mount from the dropdown). Worldwide shipping is free and is expected to start at the end of November. Update – the lens is now also available for pre-order at B&H Photo.
Additional information on the new lens (technical information, MTF chart, sample photos, and more):
Yesterday Sony introduced huge instant rebates in the US with up to $1,000 off on some items – see the details at Adorama | B&H Photo | Amazon. The Sony a7 III is now $1,698 at Adorama | B&H Photo | Amazon – the lowest price ever for that model. Here are some of the other rebates:
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Today Ricoh officially released the official name and full specifications of the upcoming Pentax K-3 Mark III flagship APS-C DSLR camera. The new camera will be available by the end of the year. The price was not revealed. The full details and detailed specifications can be found here. Check also this related video:
The Zeiss ZX1 camera was announced in September 2018 and was a few weeks ago was already listed for pre-order for $6,000 (see this post). The listing was later removed, which caused even more confusion (the article is still online). The camera specifications can be found here. Nokishita now reports that the Zeiss ZX1 camera will be officially released on October 29th (around 19:00 Japanese time) and confirmed the price of $6,000/€6,000.